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Beijing wants Hong Kong to sow the seeds for the digital yuan. Will its plans bear fruit?

28 Oct 2026, 22:00 UTC · 1 source
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🚨 HONG KONG TESTING DIGITAL CURRENCY INTEROPERABILITY In September, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu unveiled the city’s first five-year plan along with his policy address. Hong Kong is testing the interoperability of the e-CNY and other digital assets. The effort is aimed at broadening the currency’s international appeal. Source: South China Morning Post #Beijing #HongKong #digitalyuan

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